Social sciences
Aboriginal studies
Aboriginal studies will help you develop an appreciation of Indigenous Australia by studying contemporary Indigenous identity, the development of Indigenous societies, Indigenous people's relationship to Western law, and the process of reconciliation.
Anthropology
In anthropology you will study cultural diversity to understand and explain cultural differences and similarities.
International development
Accounting for more than 80% of the world’s population, occupying a large proportion of the Earth’s land mass and representing many of the world’s most complex challenges, the developing world is a fascinating and vital topic to study.
International relations
Understanding international relations is critical to anyone who is keen to excel in an international environment. La Trobe offers one of the leading international relations programs in Australia, drawing on the experience of expert staff who are all experienced in international policy development.
Legal studies
Understanding the way that people shape law and how law shape people is a key aim of Legal Studies. Legal Studies students critically investigate the nature, character and power of law. Legal Studies enriches debate about law and offers diverse ways to critique, reform and evaluate the role of law in a range of different contexts.
Planning
Study the relationship between society and the environment. Explore human settlement patterns, layout and design of cities and towns and sustainable management of natural resources.
Politics
Study the governments, institutions, processes, beliefs and cultures that have developed in different societies. Develop an understanding of the structures of power, governance and relationships that shape human lives, societies, states and the global community.
Sociology
Study human social behaviour and the origins, organisation, institutions and development of human society. Explore social action and social and cultural differences. Learn how we shape our world and are shaped by it.
